On-ear headphones - similarly priced on-ear headphones have better sound than the two above-mentioned types, but they are not as secure; they are more suitable for the gym, cycling, and other sports where they are less likely to fall out of your ears.

Connectivity

Wired headphones (3.5mm jack) - have better sound compared to similarly priced wireless headphones, but do not provide as much freedom of movement.

Wireless headphones (Bluetooth) - no wires means great freedom of movement (Bluetooth headphones have a range of about 10 meters from the playback device). On the other hand, they have built-in batteries, so they must be recharged on a regular basis.

Connection Type/Compatibility

Notebook

Smartphone

Tablet

MP3 Player

3.5 mm jack

Bluetooth

The data in the chart are merely indicative. Connecting headphones to a particular playback device requires that both devices support the same connection type.

Construction

Closed - excels at isolating noise; you don't hear ambient noise and people around you can't overhear what you are listening to.

Open - provides faithful music reproduction (less distortion), does not isolate noise.

Semi-closed - compromise between the closed and opened ones, particaly isolates noise

Useful features and technology

Volume control located on the ear cups or wire.

In-built microphone lets you take phone calls without taking off your headphones (if you listen to music on your phone).

AptX and AAC - codecs for Bluetooth headphones that ensure higher quality sound, close to that provided by the wired type of connection.

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Clearly defines the headphone design. Earbuds and canalbuds are suitable for sport or travel, while full-size headphones are suitable for comfortable home listening or as a PC accessory.

Construction

Closed (19)

Open (19)

Semi-closed (5)

Construction is one of the main criteria in the selection. Closed headphones isolate you from the noise around you and also keep others from hearing your music, while the open design allows more natural sound reproduction, but at the expense of sound passing through the cups.

Microphone

With microphone (60)

Without microphone (8)

Microphone construction

cable (17)

Integrated into construction (19)

Directional characteristics

Omni-directional scanning (13)

Directional sensing (1)

Microphone directionality describes the microphone's sensitivity to sound from various directions.

Impedance

32 Ohm (8)

An electrical parameter expressing resistance circuits in microphones. It is measured in ohms and its value is important for an optimal microphone-to-amplifier connection.

connection type

3.5 mm Jack (14)

Bluetooth (42)

NFC (6)

3.5mm jack connector (in case of PC headphones, a pair of 3.5mm jack connectors or USB connector) is definitely the most widespread connector type. Wireless headsets, using Bluetooth or radio channels for connection, are also increasing in popularity.

Cable length

0 m

1.2 m

Shorter cables are ideal for portable earphones as they are harder to tangle. Headphones for home use (eg. TV headphones), on the other hand, can provide more comfort with longer cables.

Cable routing

Unilateral (in one shell) (2)

Bilateral (in both shells) (31)

There are single-side and double-side headphone cables – single-side headphones have the advantage of a single cable connected to a headset, effectively preventing the wire from getting tangled.

Frequency from

5 Hz

60 Hz

Frequency is one of the most important parameters when choosing headphones. Generally, the higher frequency range of headphones, the better sound quality. The lower limit of the frequency range deals with bass reproduction. Frequency is measured in Hertz (Hz).

Frequency to

18,000 Hz

24,000 Hz

Frequency is one of the most important parameters when choosing headphones. Generally, the higher frequency range of headphones, the better sound quality. The upper limit of the frequency range deals with treble reproduction. Frequency is measured in Hertz (Hz).

Functions and features

Active noise control - ANC (8)

Support for AAC / APTX (4)

Headphone earcups (1)

Noise reduction (1)

Replaceable earcups (3)

Support for Apple devices (17)

Support for Android devices (14)

Protection level

IP4x (1)

Protection against foreign bodies Ø 1mm and larger and wire contact.

IP6x (3)

Dust-proof and protected against all foreign bodies.

IPx0 (1)

Unprotected.

IPx4 (14)

Protection against splashing water.

IPx5 (4)

Protection against splashing water.

IPx8 (3)

Permanent water immersion protection.

IP68 (1)

Sensitivity

90 dB/mW

110 dB/mW

Sensitivity is measured in decibels per milliwatt, or dB/mW, and describes the sound pressure level. Generally, the higher the sensitivity, the better the headphones are for sound reproduction. A higher value also indicates higher volume.

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